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The Blackbirds take wing: William Powell believed aviation would transform modern life--and enable African Americans to escape racial segregation

Authors :
Scott, Phil
Source :
Aviation History. March 1, 2011, Vol. 21 Issue 4, p50, 4 p.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

They called them 'Race Pilots' back then, but the expression had nothing to do with breaking speed barriers. Instead, fliers like William Powell broke racial barriers. Powell sought to expose [...]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10768858
Volume :
21
Issue :
4
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Aviation History
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.247157762